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We have seen with sincere concern the flames of war lighted up again in Europe, and nations with which we have the most friendly and useful relations engaged in mutual destruction.
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gutenberg.orgThomas Jefferson: “We have seen with sincere concern the flames of war lighted up again in Europe, and nations with which we have the most…”
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Jefferson expresses concern over the resurgence of war in Europe and its impact on friendly nations.
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